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Archive - February 2024
29 Feb 2024
Lithgow Business Chamber Welcomes Investors to our region
The Lithgow District Chamber of Commerce invited investor organisations to this region on Wednesday 21 February for the Grow Lithgow forum which encouraged potential investors to consider doing business in the Lithgow LGA.28 Feb 2024
Blackheath Community Kitchen Garden
Avoid Reuse Recycle Trash - ARRT‘Waste not want not’ is an old adage. Veggie gardeners know the value of adding compost to the soil before planting seedlings and treating them with liquid fertiliser as they grow.
27 Feb 2024
The Urban Farmer on the Edible Garden Trail This Weekend
The Blue Mountains Edible Garden Trail unfolds once more in 2024, welcoming visitors to explore sustainable practices and celebrate the bounty of edible gardens.26 Feb 2024
Join in Clean Up Australia Day 2024
Sunday 3 March is Clean Up Australia Day, the much-loved annual event where community members volunteer to come together and care for their local area by cleaning up litter.25 Feb 2024
Jo Clancy announced as First Nations Development Resident
Wiradjuri dancer and choreographer Jo Clancy is the recipient of City of the Arts First Nations Development Residency.25 Feb 2024
2024 Blue Mountains Quilt Show
Blue Mountains Quilters will be holding their biennial quilt show24 Feb 2024
Draft designs for off-leash at Whitton and Leura on display for public feedback
Draft designs for Council’s planned upgrades to the dog off-leash areas at Leura Oval and Whitton Park are now available for community review and feedback.23 Feb 2024
Calling all local artists – opportunity for local creatives now open
Blue Mountains City Council has now opened applications for the Blue Mountains City of the Arts Grant Program 2024-2025.21 Feb 2024
Unveiling the Cosmos: A Stargazer's Guide to the Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains offer more than just breathtaking vistas. Away from the city lights, it’s a haven for stargazers, revealing a night sky teeming with celestial wonders. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or a curious beginner, here's your guide to unlocking the secrets of the cosmos in this celestial paradise.20 Feb 2024
Take a Planetary Health Day on Saturday 24 February
Blue Mountains City Council will hold the inaugural Planetary Health Day on Saturday 24 February, from 9am to 3pm, at the Planetary Health Precinct and Parklands, Katoomba.19 Feb 2024
Seniors Festival returns with a month-long program of events
The annual Seniors Festival is back in March, with a month-long program of events and offers including arts and craft workshops, discounts for seniors at participating cafes, galleries and museums, Tai Chi classes, social games, meals and more.18 Feb 2024
Get Your Small Business Energy Saving Application In!
Small and medium businesses in the Blue Mountains and Hawkesbury are being urged to apply for the second round of energy efficiency grants being offered by the Albanese Government.17 Feb 2024
Martha Wainwright – Live in Concert
Martha Wainwright is beginning again. The beguiling performer and songwriter returns with her sixth studio album Love Will Be Reborn. Not since 2012’s Come Home to Mama has a Martha Wainwright record been so full of original written material.13 Feb 2024
Hugh Cornwell - Australian Tour
The Original Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist with The Stranglers, Hugh Cornwell brings his Australian Tour to Blue Mountains Theatre this August!13 Feb 2024
Entries open for the Blue Mountains Binfluencer Awards
Are you recycling royalty? Do you know a zero-waste superhero?12 Feb 2024
Work to begin on the Wentworth Falls Lake Precinct upgrade
Construction on the first stage of upgrades at Wentworth Falls Lake Precinct is due to start on Monday 19 February, providing key accessibility improvements for the community.11 Feb 2024
10 Feb 2024
Fusion Boutique Presents Shark & Fox
An irresistible Canadian-Australian collaboration, shape-shifting traditions of the fiddle and accordion whilst weaving songs that speak into existence the ephemeral mysteries of life. Joined by the thrum of a guest drummer, this duo becomes a trio in their inaugural tour of Australia.5 Feb 2024
Dryridge Estate… a Locals' Secret
Sipping wine grown in 17-million-year-old volcanic soils and nibbling share platters of finger food while vineyard dogs Angus and George gambol around.3 Feb 2024
Forged by Fire a Roaring Success
On Saturday 27 January the community came together to engage with all things fire at the Portland Foundations.3 Feb 2024
Mount Victoria Memorial Park upgrades get underway
Work to enhance the accessibility of Mount Victoria Memorial Park with new footpaths and an improved parking area will start on Monday, 5 February.2 Feb 2024